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Autobiographical Comics

"Sometimes a mere glance will do..."An Exhibit and Selected Bibliography of Autobiographical Comics and Associated Research Resources

Peter J. Shields LobbyJuly 1 to October 31, 2010

The UC Davis Library invites you to an exhibit in the Shields Library
celebrating the Autobiographical Comic as an increasingly popular
medium for artists and exploring its enduring appeal to readers of all
ages.

Autobiographical Comics and their creators have received increased
recognition in the popular sector, in noted periodicals such as The
New York Times,
The New Yorker, and in classrooms,
libraries, and
bookstores throughout the United States and abroad. The artwork and
narrative structure of Autobiographical Comics come together to create
a level of sophistication that is often brilliant, frequently
frightening, and at times psychologically disturbing. At their best
these comics challenge basic assumptions of decency, honesty, truth
and civilized beliefs in order, justice, and continuity. They question
easily held opinions on mental health and the spiritual.

This exhibit features an accompanying introduction and
bibliography that offers interested readers insights into the lives of
the artists and the nature of their work.